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NCT's Ten to Leave SM Entertainment in 2026

4/6/2026

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  • NCT member Ten will end his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment on April 8, 2026.
  • SM Entertainment expressed gratitude for Ten's contributions and said he will continue participating in NCT and WayV activities.
  • Ten expressed mixed emotions about leaving and thanked fans and staff for support since his 2016 debut.
  • The move follows fellow member Mark exiting SM.
  • He will pursue both group activities and a solo career.